OXFORD — Ten residents have been appointed to an Ad Hoc Facilities Committee to study the current state and adequacy of municipal buildings, including the Town Office, which this week sustained flooding of at least 25,000 gallons of water in the lower level gymnasium from heavyrains. Asselin reported to the board at its November 15 […]
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Oxford police promotions announced
Family and friends gathered at Thursday evening’s Oxford Board of Selectmen meeting as Police Chief Michael Ward introduced recently-promoted officers. From left are Officer Eric Quatrano, Chief Ward, newly appointed Chaplain Jaron McFarland, newly promoted Sgt. Zachary Bisson, newly promoted Capt. Rickie Jack and Officer Jeremy Coron. Behind the group are Selectman Caldwell Jackson and […]
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New subdivision proposed for Oxford
OXFORD — A 98-unit, single family house subdivision is being proposed for farmland on Route 26 across the street from the Oxford Casino. David Woodward of vhb in South Portland who represents the landowners, the Thurlow Family, presented the three-phase, preliminary subdivision application to the Planning Board at its November 8 meeting, saying the development […]
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Oxford board appoints residents to facilities committee
OXFORD — Ten residents have been appointed to a facilities committee that will study the condition, adequacy and future of municipal buildings, including the Town Office, which this week was flooded with at least 25,000 gallons of rain water. Selectmen approved Town Manager Butch Asselin’s selections Thursday night, but not without a heated exchanges between […]
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Committee recommends resident-only access to Pismo Beach
OXFORD — The Board of Selectmen is expected to review a recommendation at its meeting tonight, Nov. 15, to restrict access to the town beach to those who display a transfer station on their vehicle and to walk in patrons. Members of the Ad Hoc Pismo Beach Committee wrapped up their work last week during the […]
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Ad Hoc committee to review future of town offices
OXFORD — At least 10 people have expressed interest in participating in an ad hoc committee that is being established to review the future of the Town Office and perhaps other municipal buildings. “We have posted on the town’s Facebook page that the town is looking for people to serve on the committee. To date, […]
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How much will the dam repair cost?
OXFORD — Officials are expected to learn next month how much it may cost to repair or replace the failing Welchville Dam The board has advertised for prices for both options. They are due in the Town Office by December 13. Selectmen have been grappling with the future of the dam, located on the Little […]
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How much will the dam repair cost?
OXFORD — Officials are expected to learn next month how much it may cost to repair or replace the failing Welchville Dam The board has advertised for prices for both options. They are due in the Town Office by December 13. Selectmen have been grappling with the future of the dam, located on the Little […]
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Oxford forms building committee
OXFORD — The Board of Selectmen has voted to establish an Ad Hoc Committee to review the current state and adequacy of municipal buildings and submit a report to the Board of Selectmen of its findings. The unanimous decision was based on a recommendation by Town Manager Butch Asselin after concern arose about the mold, moisture […]
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Oxford: Fix or build new?
OXFORD — Should the town consider building a new Town Office? Selectmen are reviewing their options, as the bills continue to grow for problems, such as poor air quality, mold and mildew that continue to plague the Town Office that sits on an aquifer. “Nothing will get cheaper,” said Selectwoman Samantha Hewey at a recent board […]